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MT08 WLW

2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,717 mi
Last recorded25,717 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-813,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 WLW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 1000 RR-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 25,717 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 18,786 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 18,671 miles

Cuts in rear tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 16,651 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 15,393 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 15,390 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 12,773 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 11,001 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 10,885 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 9,001 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 7,771 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 7,771 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 7,683 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 7,683 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 7,480 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 7,026 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 7,026 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 6,252 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8?

Based on 9,609 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 25
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
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MT08 WLW is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,617 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT08 WLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT08 WLW registered?

MT08 WLW is a 2008 Honda Cbr 1000 RR-8, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is MT08 WLW safe to buy?

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